Recycling in Atlanta, GA

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Checked October 26, 2026

• Solid Waste Management (Formerly Sanitation Division) (opens in new tab) · DeKalb County
  • DeKalb Solid Waste Management serves unincorporated DeKalb and the cities of Brookhaven, Decatur, Dunwoody, Lithonia, Pine Lake, Stonecrest, Stone Mountain and Tucker. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Bulky Items & Special Collections (opens in new tab) · DeKalb County
  • Bulky items (fee required) include furniture such as couches, chairs, tables and dressers, mattresses and box springs, and appliances including refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers and microwaves. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Refrigerators and freezers must be completely empty with doors removed; place items at the curb before submitting a request. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulky items are collected within 10 business days of the request. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires are not accepted for bulky collection and go to the Seminole Road Landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Up to 10 flattened moving boxes are free with recycling; unflattened boxes or more than 10 need a special collection fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Seminole Road Landfill is at 4203 Clevemont Road, Ellenwood, GA 30294, a self-haul option with pay-per-weight pricing. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires are accepted at $3.50 per tire under 18 inches, $16 per tire over 18 inches and $30 per tire with rim. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Recycling Program (opens in new tab) · DeKalb County
  • Curbside recycling takes corrugated cardboard boxes (flattened), up to 10 flattened boxes per week. Checked October 26, 2026.
• E-Recycling flyer (opens in new tab) · DeKalb County
  • The county e-recycling program accepts desktops, laptops, printers, LCD (flat screen) monitors, cell phones, stereos, gaming consoles and lithium, Ni-MH and Ni-Cd batteries, among others. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Not accepted in e-recycling: TVs or CRT monitors, car batteries, alkaline batteries, microwave ovens, refrigerators and washers/dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Lithium and Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries are accepted; alkaline batteries are not. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The e-recycling drop-off location is Seminole Road Landfill, 4203 Clevemont Rd, Ellenwood. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Microwave ovens are not accepted in e-recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Bulk Waste Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Atlanta Department of Public Works
  • Bulk collection is a scheduled service for City of Atlanta single-family residential customers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Since February 16, 2026 bulk collections happen on the regular weekly collection day, and every bulk collection must be scheduled. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Schedule through the Solid Waste Services Collection Tool, ATL311 social media, or ATL311 at 404-546-0311. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Put bulk items neatly at the curb after 7 p.m. the day before collection, at least six feet from carts and yard trimmings. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Keep bulk items at least six feet from garbage and recycling carts and yard trimmings. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Residents get up to 12 bulk collection appointments a year; more requests incur a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted bulk items include household appliances such as dryers, refrigerators and washers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted bulk items include household furniture such as chairs, dressers, tables and sofas/loveseats. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses and box springs are accepted bulk items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulk collection does not take electronics (computers, printers, televisions), household hazardous waste such as paint, or tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household hazardous waste (oils, fuels, paints, solvents), metal drums, gas cylinders and tires are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires are not accepted in bulk collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Office of Solid Waste Services (opens in new tab) · City of Atlanta Department of Public Works
  • If a resident exceeds 12 bulk collections a year, the charge is $343.10. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • One bulk collection is no more than 8 cubic yards; extra items count as another collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Locations + Hours (opens in new tab) · Live Thrive
  • CHaRM Atlanta is at 1110 Hill St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315; phone 404-600-6386. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CHaRM Atlanta is open by appointment only: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CHaRM DeKalb is at 1225 Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30032, open by appointment Wednesdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
• CHaRM (opens in new tab) · Live Thrive
  • Live Thrive describes its CHaRM locations as easily accessible to the public; fee schedules list rates for both residents and businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Items CHaRM Accepts (opens in new tab) · Live Thrive
  • Book an appointment, sort items, and bring your appointment QR code; no cash (Venmo, card or Apple Pay). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Televisions and monitors are accepted for $25 each for residents (no rear-projection TVs). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Computers, microwaves and rechargeable/button/lithium batteries are accepted with no fees; alkaline and car batteries are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tape all battery ends and exposed wire. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The electronics category covers any item that requires electricity or charging, such as laptops, tablets, cell phones and cables. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses and box springs of all sizes are accepted if dry, not excessively soiled or bug infested, and with springs; no crib mattresses, futons, foam toppers, air or memory foam mattresses. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattress or box spring fees: $15 twin/full, $18 queen/king. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Large appliances including washers, dryers and refrigerators are accepted for $15-$20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Latex, oil-based and aerosol paints are accepted; chemicals and paint are weighed together, the first 20 pounds are free for residents, then $.70-$.80 per pound. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Car and bicycle tires only (no rims, no truck tires) are accepted for $3 per tire. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Corrugated cardboard and mixed paper are accepted; resident fee listed as none. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household scrap steel and aluminum are accepted and separated by type on site. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Visit a ReStore (opens in new tab) · Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
  • Atlanta ReStore: 271 Chester Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316; (404) 525-2114; Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; open to the public. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Both Atlanta Habitat ReStores are open to the public. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • South Fulton ReStore: 5626 Old National Hwy, College Park, GA 30349; Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Donate to ReStore (opens in new tab) · Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
  • Donations can be dropped off at either ReStore Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • New or gently used furniture, appliances (under 10 years old and 300 lb), unopened paint and flat screen TVs are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Unopened paint and painting supplies are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Small electronics and flat screen TVs are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Items with rips, stains or broken pieces, very large furniture over 300 lb, and mattresses and box springs (unless brand new) are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses and box springs are accepted only if brand new. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • All donations are screened at drop-off and may be turned down based on quality or inventory. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Atlanta Habitat offers a free residential donation pickup, plus two fee-based partner pickup services. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Ansley (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Ansley: 1589 Monroe Drive, GA 30324. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-249-9736 Mon-Sun: 10am - 6pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Buckhead (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Buckhead: 3906 Roswell Road, GA 30342. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-869-3112 Mon-Sat: 9am - 8pm Sun: 10am - 8pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Collier Road (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Collier Road: 1180 Collier Road NW, GA 30318. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-351-7855 Mon-Sun: 10am - 6pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Lindbergh (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Lindbergh: 2350 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, GA 30324. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-636-1074 Mon-Sun: 10am - 6pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Metropolitan Parkway (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Metropolitan Parkway: 2160 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, GA 30315. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 770-795-4204 Mon-Sat: 9am - 8pm Sun: 10am - 8pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Northside Drive (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Northside Drive: 1460 Northside Drive, GA 30318. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-367-0077 Mon-Sat: 9am - 8pm Sun: 10am - 8pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Piedmont (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Piedmont: 2135 Piedmont Rd NE, GA 30324. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 678-791-1107 Mon-Sat: 9am - 8pm Sun: 10am - 8pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - Ponce de Leon (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • Ponce de Leon: 160 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, GA 30308. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-917-1684 Mon-Sun: 10am - 6pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of North Georgia - West End (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
  • West End: 888 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, GA 30310. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donation center hours and phone: 404-755-6440 Mon-Sat: 9am - 8pm Sun: 10am - 8pm Checked October 26, 2026.
  • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.

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